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Pretoria to Victoria Falls Journey 5D/4N

This adventure begins with the train’s departure from Rovos Rail Station in Pretoria.

Travel north through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela), so named for its mineral waters, and Nylstroom (Modimolle), christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river happened to be north flowing.

Cross the Tropic of Capricorn and Limpopo River towards Bulawayo, second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland and industrial capital of the country.

Enjoy a game drive (4-night journey only) in Matobo National Park, a World Heritage Site with bushmen caves, rock art and dramatic granite hills. It is also the site of Cecil John Rhodes’ grave atop the summit of Malindidzimu – ‘hill of benevolent spirits’ with a ‘view of the world’.

Travel along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114km – before traversing Hwange National Park, a rich and diverse wildlife sanctuary where a game drive excursion is enjoyed.

Arrive at the incomparable Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River where this sojourn ends. The surrounding areas offer travellers many recreational opportunities including cruises, white-water rafting as well as superb game viewing and photo safaris.

Available in reverse. Depending upon railway capacity, this journey could be routed through Botswana.

Tour Highlights

  • Depart from Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, with its historic sites and cultural attractions
  • Explore Hwange National Park, famous for its large elephant population and other amazing animals
  • Journey through the edge of the vast Kalahari Desert, witnessing unique landscapes
  • Discover the Limpopo province, known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty
  • Experience a game drive in Matobo National Park, renowned for its ancient rock formations and diverse wildlife
  • Finish at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
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$5,000.00

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Tour Information

Inclusions:

  • - Accommodation
  • - All meals
  • - All beverages on board
  • - Room service
  • - Limited laundry service
  • - Excursions accompanied by a qualified guide (where applicable)
  • - Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • - Government tax

Departures:

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Itinerary

Day 1: Pretoria

18:00

Depart Rovos Rail Station, Pretoria.

Guests may freshen up in their suites before joining fellow travellers in the lounge car or observation car at the rear of the train.

Travel through Warmbaths (Bela-Bela) – so named for its mineral waters – and Nylstroom (Modimolle), christened by the Voortrekkers as the source of the Nile River as the town’s river
happened to be north flowing.

Pass the edge of the escarpment where the Highveld drops precipitously.

20:00

Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Polokwane.

Dress: Formal

Please ensure the Train Manager or Administration Deputy is in possession of your passport

Day 2: At Leisure On Board

07:00

Breakfast is served in the dining cars.

The train crosses the Tropic of Capricorn en route to Louis Trichardt.

13:00

Lunch is served in the dining cars.

Border formalities with South Africa.

16:30

Tea in the lounge and observation cars. The train crosses the Limpopo River en route to Beitbridge for border formalities with Zimbabwe.

In Rudyard Kipling’s Just So Stories, the ‘Elephant’s Child’ departs his family for the “great
grey-green, greasy Limpopo River, all set about with fever-trees, to find out what the Crocodile has for dinner.”

19:30

Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Gwanda.

Dress: Formal

Day 3: Matobo National Park

06:00

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 09:00.

The train travels baobab country and ascends to Bulawayo: second city of Zimbabwe, capital of Matabeleland and industrial capital of the country.

12:00

Lunch is served in the dining cars.

13:30

Transfer (±45 min) to Matobo National Park to see bushmen caves, rock art and the grave of Cecil John Rhodes.

18:00

Depart for Sawmills.

19:30

Dinner is served in the dining cars.

Dress: Formal

Day 4: Hwange National Park

07:00

Breakfast is served in the dining cars until 10:00.

The train travels between Gwaai and Dete along one of the world’s longest stretches of straight railway line – 114 kilometres – and along the eastern edge of Hwange Park.

13:00

Lunch is served in the dining cars.

15:00

Enjoy a game drive in Hwange National Park, the nation’s largest wildlife area at 1 462 000ha.

19:30

Dinner is served in the dining cars en route to Thompsons Junction.

Dress: Formal

Day 5: Victoria Falls

Please ensure your luggage is ready for collection 15 minutes before departing and that you have your passport.

07:00

Breakfast until 09:30.

The observation car will be leading the train – a different aspect that our rail enthusiasts enjoy.

10:00

Arrive at journey’s end at the incomparable Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.